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VIDEO: Unbelievable tekkers! Simon Zebo shows off his freestyle skills in training

Simon Zebo

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September 21 2015 10:23 PM

Who will ever forget his flick against Wales in the Millennium Stadium in the 2013 Six Nations? Simon Zebo was at it again today.

The Munster wing was illustrating his skills at St George's Park today and while Joe Schmidt might not be keen to see them in a game, Zebo is free to freestyle in training.

Check it out below:

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